Quick Answer: How to Keep Laptop on When Closed Windows 10?
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Run the Windows 10 laptop with the screen closed

Step 1: Right-click on the battery icon on the taskbar and then click Power Options.

Step 2: In the left-pane of Power Options window, click Choose what closing the lid does link.

This action will open System Settings window.

How do I keep my laptop on when closed?

How to Keep a Closed Windows Laptop Awake

  • In the System Tray (bottom-right corner of the screen), find the Battery icon.
  • On the left of the Power Options menu, select Choose what closing the lid does.
  • You’ll see options for the power and sleep buttons.
  • Click Save Changes and you’re good to go.

Can I close my laptop and still use external monitor?

Go to the Control Panel and run the applet called Power Options. Click the Advanced tab on the properties sheet, and look for the section that says: “When I close the lid of my portable computer”. Click the down arrow for the list of options, and select “Do nothing”.

Marcus Vance

Marcus Vance

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Marcus Vance is a cybersecurity auditor and technology writer dedicated to educating the public about online safety, data privacy regulations, enterprise security, and emerging cyber threats.

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